There were 1,725 students enrolled in Warren County schools in the 2023-24 school year, 2.1% less than the previous year, according to the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction.
Warren County High School registered the highest enrollment among Warren County’s seven schools in the 2023-24 school year, welcoming 391 students.
Despite steady enrollment, North Carolina schools continue to face significant funding challenges. The state’s per-student spending remains nearly $5,000 below the national average, limiting resources for teachers, classrooms, and student support programs. In fact, North Carolina ranks 48th out of 50 states in per-student funding (after adjusting for regional costs).
Staffing shortages have also become a growing concern, with teacher turnover rising to 11.5% in the most recent school year. Low salaries and high workloads make it difficult to retain experienced educators, potentially increasing class sizes and affecting learning quality.
| School name | Total Enrollment in 2022-23 | Total Enrollment in 2023-24 | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warren County High School | 364 | 391 | 7.4% |
| Warren County Middle School | 391 | 364 | -6.9% |
| Mariam Boyd Elementary School | 307 | 300 | -2.3% |
| Northside K-8 | 295 | 271 | -8.1% |
| Vaughan Elementary School | 154 | 145 | -5.8% |
| Haliwa-Saponi Tribal School | 137 | 142 | 3.6% |
| Warren Early College High | 114 | 112 | -1.8% |
